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Fall in love with Autumn

WHETHER IT'S AN OUTING FOR NATIONAL CURRY WEEK, A SATURDAY SOIRÉE AT STACK, OR AN OKTOBERFEST BLOWOUT IN TIMES SQUARE, THESE TOON BUSINESSES ARE GIVING US PLENTY OF REASONS TO GET DRESSED UP AND HEAD OUT INTO NE1...

END.

Have your t rainers seen better days? Perhaps it’s time to upgrade on those ankle boots from 2017? Take a trip to END. and wrap your feet in premium footwear that’ll stand the test of time and have you looking sharp in equal measure. Featuring cool silhouettes from the likes of Salomon, Danner and Yeezy’s latest creations, take time to invest in quality footwear options at END. - trust us, they’ll set your stride for the weather ahead. endclothing.com Indie icons

Waceland

Georgia Stanley and her team have wasted no time in becoming one of the Toon’s best places to shop handpicked vintage items and limited-edition streetwear. It's an epic spot to kit yourselves out in Supreme knits, Palace fits and Ralph Lauren kit as the autumn season rolls in! waceland.com

Union Clothing

It’s time to start thinking about those statement pieces for the season ahead and our friends at Union Clothing have got us covered! Chore jackets from the likes of Le Laboureur? Check! Lush, bold boots from Red Wing? You betcha’! Cool Carhartt kit? In abundance! Check them out on High Bridge - you won’t regret splashing the cash! unionclothing.co.uk

The Vintage Scene

With what seems like a never-ending horizon of winter fun looming upon us, find tons of unreal vintage pieces from our friends at The Vintage Scene on Ridley Place. Boasting vintage Champion sweatshirts, rare Tommy Hilfiger jackets and lavish Lacoste pieces, one trip to this spot will leave you looking and feeling top-dollar as our social diaries fill up. thevintagescene.com

Yesterday Society

A treasure trove packed to the rafters with cool vintage and retro clothing for both men and women, this bohemian boutique in the Grainger Market is a hidden gem when it comes to bagging 30s dresses, 70s platforms, 60s neckties and classic YSL items! Regardless of your style and taste, you're bound to find something at this fab indie! Add it to your shopping to-do list and turn heads in timeless clobber this October. theyesterdaysociety.co.uk

Big fits from big names

John Lewis

There’s no time like autumn to make a fresh start with your wardrobe and thankfully for you, our chums at John Lewis have dropped a killer new collection which has some lush autumnal colours floating about. Whether you’re embarking on a new phase at work or looking to give your wardrobe a long-overdue refresh, you're bound to fall in love with their autumn collection... johnlewis.com

Levi’s

Relaxed trucker silhouettes and finely crafted details providing next-level warmth and style are just some of the lush details you’ll find if you dive into Levi’s AW collection. Bag one of their iconic sherpa coats, pair it with a light pair of rolled 501s, and don the chunkiest boots you can find and get prepped for those bracing nights on the Quayside. levi.com

FLANNELS

After a year spent in loungewear at home, now is the time to get lost in Flannels' exclusive range of designer labels. Featuring big name brands including Prada, Balmain, Dolce & Gabbana and more, this designer den on Northumberland Street is calling your name. Go on, you deserve that opulent Stone Island down parka! flannels.com

H&M

H&M are putting in a shift for all the cool kids out there, and their new autumn arrivals are packed full of killer kit for the remainder of 2021. Head to their Northumberland Street mecca and choose from sharp overcoats in muted tones for the office or peacoats with high collars and wide lapels that are perfect for layering up on casual outings. 2.hm.com

Next

Bring a fresh look to your autumn wardrobe with Next’s fabulous fashion edits! Wrap up warm with distinctive whites, alluring creams and tons of natural shades as you transition from t-shirt weather to wool knits in a flash... next.co.uk

Hollister

Autumn outfits are pending! Time to make the switch to Hollister’s chunky knits, statement boots and cosy coats! Their fresh edit of autumn clothes includes everything from sturdy boots and oversized sweaters, to leather-look trousers and lush layering pieces. Your autumnal must-haves are ready to shop at this cool clobber spot! Hollisterco.com

New Look

New Look has introduced a fabulous range of autumn outfits that you’re guaranteed to fall in love with. Perfect for sunshine, showers and everything in between, they’ve got lush new fits when it comes to seeing you through this season and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a wardrobe revamp or need to add the finishing touches to your autumn outfits, the team at Eldon Square have got everything you’re looking for (and more)! newlook.com

River Island

River Island's AW edit has gone into overdrive and they've dropped an abundance of colour, print and fun styles in what must be one of the boldest collections we’ve seen in a long time! This time out, they’ve taken inspiration from the 70s baby! Expect leopard prints, statement macs and flared jeans as they make an old trend feel shiny and new. riverisland.com

Diaries at the ready

THE SUPER POWER

29 OCTOBER

A night of glittery spandex, supercharged hairdos and euphoric mass singalongs is heading to Times Square shortly, as an epic night of 80s and 90s power ballads is set to soar in the Toon! Taking place underneath a huge marquee tent heated and sheltered from the autumn elements, The Super Power charges into NE1 for a sublime party packed full of confetti, tons of inflatables and legendary musical performances. Whether you’re living on a prayer, going radio ga ga or saving all your love for The Super Power, it’s widely known that everyone leaves with no voice and their dancing shoes well and truly kicked following the ultimate shindig in the Toon. Tickets are flying out at a rate of knots for this one, follow the link below and bag yours now before it’s too late (we’ll give the song puns a rest now…)! fatsoma.com

SHAME

21 NOVEMBER

The rip-roaring, new wave punk sounds of SHAME are crashing into Boiler Shop in November, and it’s arguably one of the best gigs in Toon to let your hair down, sink a few cold ones and let out all your frustrations from the last year or so. Their debut album Songs Of Praise went down a treat upon its release back in 2018, and when news arrived that the London boys will be celebrating their new album, Drunk Tank Pink in the Toon, our excitement went into overdrive! It’ll be great to see the boys in the flesh, belting out the tunes at Boiler Shop. Tickets are on sale now - bag them before it's too late! boilershop.net

SLEAFORD MODS

24 NOVEMBER

The kings of English tapas are hitting the road and they’re thundering into the O2 Academy Newcastle to celebrate their new studio effort, Spare Ribs! An essential part of Britain’s musical anatomy, polemical frontman Jason Williamson and dexterous producer Andrew Fearn quickly became one of the biggest names in indie and post-punk when they burst onto the scene back in 2012 with their seminal album, Austerity Dogs. Six albums later and still revving with unrivalled bite and wit, Nottingham’s electro-punk duo roll into NE1 charged more than ever, railing against hypocrisy, inequality and apathy, with their inimitable, antagonistic sense of humour. A night of special music awaits Newcastle! academymusicgroup.com

ASHLEY HENRY

2 NOVEMBER

Ashley's meteoric rise to the forefront of the UK jazz scene is nothing short of sensational and thankfully for us, he’s bringing his beautiful blend of forwardthinking jazz to The Cluny! After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music in 2016, Ashley went on to perform with Jason Marsalis, collaborated with jazz extraordinaires Terence Blanchard and Jean Toussaint and became the youngest ever performer at the International Piano Trio Festival too! Renowned for his eclectic tunes that boast colourful tinges of Caribbean beats and African elements, Ashley Henry at The Cluny this November is a music date you can’t afford to miss out on. thecluny.com

CRAFT BEER CALLING 2021

21 - 23 OCTOBER

Let us gather at the Palace and sample the finest of brews! That’s right folks, you’re cordially invited to take a seat at the brewer's table this October, as Wylam Brewery has confirmed that their iconic Craft Beer Calling festivities are returning for an autumn blowout! Pouring all weekend long from 21 to 23 October, the event celebrates its eighth instalment in true, Wylam Brewery style with an even bigger selection of beautiful concoctions from a raft of international breweries, local distillers and regional brands. Complete with live music, food, drink and a buzzy vibe to match, this is an autumn must! wylambrewery.co.uk

PAUL CHOWDHRY: FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMEDIAN

7 NOVEMBER

Comedy powerhouse, television panel star and podcast extraordinaire Paul Chowdry is touching down at the Theatre Royal this winter as he celebrates his brand new and exclusive UK tour, FamilyFriendly Comedian! Following his global smash hit Live Innit, the star of Taskmaster and the first British-Asian stand-up to sell out London’s Wembley Arena is back and boy, we’re all in for a night spent laughing in the aisles. After barely surviving the past 18 months, and with two years of pent up killer material, settle in as Paul hilariously tackles the UK’s handling of the pandemic and offers his explanation as to why Tom Cruise landed his helicopter in someone’s garden. theatreroyal.co.uk

SLEEPING BEAUTY

FROM 3 DECEMBER

It may seem a while off yet, but the Toon’s panto season will be here in a flash and tickets will be snapped up before you know it! Tyne Theatre & Opera House have announced that Sleeping Beauty will be dazzling audiences all Christmas long, as Matt Pagan, hilarious Geordie comic Charlie Richmond and Lewis Denny take to the stage in a hilarious production of everyone’s favourite Disney flick. Packed with sensational songs, dazzling dance routines and fabulous costumes, this is a tremendous treat for all the family that you won’t want to miss! tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

THE FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE

15 DECEMBER

It's back! Boiler Shop is welcoming the international sensation that is The Faulty Towers Dining Experience back to the city for an epic Christmastime treat! In case you missed this epic tour de force of gags when it first came to NE1 in the summer, The Faulty Towers Dining Experience is a 70s style threecourse meal coupled together with a good dollop of mayhem and madness! Tickets will fly out for this one, so be sure to bag yours! boilershop.net